Conwell Middle Magnet School is a historic middle school located in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a magnet school in the School District of Philadelphia. The building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine and built in 1925–1926.
Serving 119 students in grades 5-8, Conwell Russell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Conwell Russell Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Philadelphia, PA, encompassing approximately 142.7 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 8.2 miles, with the furthest edge located 11.7 miles away, and typical travel time to the school is around 15 to 20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conwell Russell Middle School's student population of 119 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Conwell Russell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conwell Russell Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Khaki
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conwell Russell Middle School's ranking?
Conwell Russell Middle School is ranked #2033 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Conwell Russell Middle School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Conwell Russell Middle School?
119 students attend Conwell Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Conwell Russell Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conwell Russell Middle School?
Conwell Russell Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Conwell Russell Middle School offer ?
Conwell Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conwell Russell Middle School part of?
Conwell Russell Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Conwell Russell Middle School located?
Conwell Russell Middle School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am glad to see that Conwell is continuing to hold students to an academic and social standard that helps with the real world. I graduated in 1988 and not a year goes by that I don't think of the experiences Conwell afforded me. Their teachers were top notch and very caring. They challenged me and always gave praise and recognition to students who excelled. I am glad for the diversity of the staff and students. It was exposure to other cultures that has allowed me to be a professional today.The availability of extracurricular activities allowed everyone to be popular in areas of music, art, theater and dance. It was the best! And from what I have read it still stands out from the rest! God Bless Conwell Midmagnets school, faculty, and all alumni!
5 10/10/2025
I am in 6th grade at Hackett Elementary School and I would love to attend Conwell next year.
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